For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,381 students in 20782, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 20782, MD is Northwestern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20782 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20782, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20782 have a Graduation Rate of 65%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwestern High School, with 65% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20782, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7000 Adelphi Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1820
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1820
Gr: 9-12 | 2,381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
20782, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northwestern Evening/saturday High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
7000 Adelphi Road
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Gr: Inquire with school
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20782, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20782, MD include Northwestern High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20782?
1 public high schools are located in 20782.
What is the racial composition of students in 20782?
20782 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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